Bus franchising has risen to the top of the political agenda across the UK.
Andy Burnham, the well-known Mayor of Greater Manchester, has become something of a poster child for bringing control over local buses back into public hands since the iterative rollout of the region's Bee Network, which began in 2023.
In early December, I had the honour of joining the Welsh Government in hosting a session for Wales Climate Week 2023. This virtual conference spanned five days, from December 4th to 8th, coinciding with COP28. Throughout the week, over 4,400 viewers tuned into 28 sessions, led by 30 chairs and featuring 95 speakers who delved into the question: "How do we tackle climate change in a fair way?"
While loneliness can affect people of all ages, it is particularly prevalent among older people who may have lost friends and family members and have difficulty getting out and about.
At the Community Transport Association, we believe in the transformative power of accessible and sustainable transport. Our Campaigning Guide is designed to equip you, our members, Community Transport Operators, volunteers, and advocates with the tools and knowledge necessary to drive change and improve transport services in your communities.
This guide is your tool for effective advocacy, offering step-by-step advice and practical resources to enhance your campaigning efforts.
The Sustainable Transport Alliance consists of: the Community Rail Network; the Campaign for Better Transport; Bus Users UK; Living Streets; Sustrans; the London Cycling Campaign; and CTA.
This project has been designed to support the growth and development of accessible and inclusive transport to health settings for patients, visitors or staff in the Aneurin Bevan University Health Board area.
1. Modernising for Growth
2. Improving Access to Health & Social Care
3. Investing in Community Solutions
4. Accelerating Community-Led Climate Action
5. Delivering a Fair Deal for Volunteers
1. Modernising for Growth
2. Improving Access to Health & Social Care
3. Investing in Community Solutions
4. Accelerating Community-Led Climate Action
5. Delivering a Fair Deal for Volunteers
1. Modernising for Growth
2. Improving Access to Health & Social Care
3. Investing in Community Solutions
4. Accelerating Community-Led Climate Action
5. Delivering a Fair Deal for Volunteers